University of Southern California USC
University of Southern California
Department of Kinesiology
 
 
 

The Model -> Solutions phase of our research model involves the following steps:

  • Integrate Experimental Results into Models of the Control System and Musculoskeletal Dynamics to Understand Why and ask What if?
  • Simulation Studies to Identify Feasible Solutions for Individuals

 

Figures Above: We use kinematic data to animate 3D movements and visually represent the musculoskeletal system as segments or bones ( Poser, Visual3D). Experimentally validated dynamic models ( ADAMS) are used to analyze the interrelationship between control and dynamics.


STS Figure: We use experimental electromyographic and kinematic data as well as subject specific musculoskeletal models ( SIMMS) to determine which muscles contribute to the net joint moments required to perform the task.
We also use models of muscle tendon units and dynamic models of the musucloskeletal system ( ADAMS) to assess internal loading consequences of subject specific muscle activation patterns.
 
 
 
 
Address: Department of Kinesiology, Room B9, 3560 Watt Way, University of Southern California, Los Angeles CA 90089-0652 Phone: (213) 740-7903